5. Stowe, Vermont

5. Stowe, Vermont

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Autumn maple trees sparkle with shades of orange, gold, and crimson; it is not surprising that Stowe calls itself, "Fall's Color Capitol." View the brilliant display of leaves from the comfort of a car while driving the scenic Mount Mansfield Auto Toll Road. Peak foliage-viewing is from the middle of September through the middle of October.

Autumn maple trees sparkle with shades of orange, gold, and crimson; it is not surprising that Stowe calls itself, "Fall's Color Capitol." View the brilliant display of leaves from the comfort of a car while driving the scenic Mount Mansfield Auto Toll Road. Peak foliage-viewing is from the middle of September through the middle of October. (Ron and Patty Thomas/Getty Images)

Autumn maple trees sparkle with shades of orange, gold, and crimson; it is not surprising that Stowe calls itself, "Fall's Color Capitol." View the brilliant display of leaves from the comfort of a car while driving the scenic Mount Mansfield Auto Toll Road. Peak foliage-viewing is from the middle of September through the middle of October.